Played by Shell Kepler from 1979 to 2002, she was beloved by fans (viaIMDb).

In 2008, Kepler died in Portland, Oregon, at the age of 49 from renal failure.

She had been working as a charity fundraiser there, according toSoaps.com.

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“Shell was always generous with her time, energy, and creativity.

and “The Sound of Music,” in which she played a nun.

Lila always put Edward in his place as well as her dysfunctional family of doctors and corporate raiders.

Shell Kepler posing

“It was his favorite place to be,” said Damon’s son, per Pennacchio.

“He loved playing Alan and was always so appreciative of that role and that job.

It was his passion.”

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Ingle made the role his own and became beloved by both fans and co-stars.

In 2012, Ingle was already wheelchair-bound when he filmed his final “General Hospital” scenes.

At the time, Ingle’s daughter Jennifer shared the moment on Facebook.

Stuart Damon smiling

John Ingle smiling